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News and Announcements

New Virginia Breeze Route Connects Charlottesville to Virginia Beach

March 25, 2026

The Virginia Department of Rail and Public Transportation (DRPT) has announced that tickets are now on sale for the Tidewater Current, a new Virginia Breeze intercity bus route launching April 20. This new east–west route will connect Virginia Beach and Hampton Roads with Richmond, Charlottesville, and Shenandoah Valley locations, making travel across the Commonwealth easier and more accessible. The Tidewater Current is the fifth addition to the Virginia Breeze Bus Lines network and the fourth route launched within the past

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TJPDC is Hiring

March 16, 2026

TJPDC is searching for a Director of Regional Planning and Operations to join our innovative planning and leadership team. For the full job description and how to apply, visit: https://tjpdc.org/apply-director-regional-planning-operations/

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PATH and Jaunt Bring Hands-On Travel Training to Louisa County High School

March 3, 2026

Students in the special education program at Louisa County High School took an important step toward greater independence through a hands-on travel training session organized by the PATH, in collaboration with Jaunt. The session was designed to introduce students to public transportation options in Louisa County and build the practical skills needed to use transit confidently and safely. Learning by Doing During the classroom portion of the training, students learned about Jaunt’s transportation services and discussed how public transit can

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About PATH helpline

PATH, Partnership for Accessible Transportation Help, is a free transportation information and referral service open to the public. PATH assists anyone with inquiries about local transportation, with a focus on helping older adults and people with disabilities find transportation options when they are unable to drive.

PATH serves Region 10, including the City of Charlottesville and Albemarle, Greene, Fluvanna, Louisa, and Nelson counties.

  • Hours: 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM |
  • Monday-Friday
After hours? Leave a message and we will call you back

How PATH can help you find a Ride

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Call PATH toll-free at 888-879-7379. If we don't answer, leave a voicemail and we will call you back.

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A transportation counselor will connect you with services and help you schedule a reservation.

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The counselor will guide you through the process and help with any issues you encounter.

Facts & Questions

Where can I ride?

PATH covers Region 10, the City of Charlottesville and Albemarle, Greene, Louisa, Nelson, and Fluvanna counties. We may be able to help you find a ride outside of Region 10. Give us a call and share your transportation needs.

Who Can Ride?

Everyone can ride! This program is for anyone with questions about local transportation, focusing on helping older adults and people with disabilities find rides. We have interpreter services and materials in Spanish.

How Does PATH Work?

PATH collaborates with existing transportation services to unify all public transportation systems into a central information hub. The goal is to develop a transportation network and promote ongoing collaboration among stakeholders.

Transportation Providers

CAT

Charlottesville Area Transit (CAT) Public transportation in the City of Charlottesville and portions of urban Albemarle County. All CAT buses are wheelchair-lift equipped and accessible to persons with disabilities. Fares are free through June 30, 2026.

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JAUNT

Jaunt provides curb-to-curb demand-response service in Buckingham, Fluvanna, Louisa, Greene, Nelson, and rural Albemarle counties. It also provides ADA paratransit service in Charlottesville and Albemarle. To use Jaunt's ADA Paratransit Service, you must be pre-approved by CAT. This service is currently fare-free.

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MICRO CAT

MicroCAT is a fare-free, on-demand public rideshare service that offers convenient, affordable rides in Pantops and the US-29 Corridor area. Book a shared ride from your phone and get picked up . Whether you're commuting, running errands, or need to get somewhere, you can do so without breaking the bank.

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UTS

University Transit System and University Transit Service (UTS) are fare-free transit services committed to providing safe, reliable, efficient, service to University of Virginia students, faculty, staff, and visitors.

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VIRGINIA BREEZE

Virginia Breeze is Virginia’s intercity bus service connecting communities across the state with major destinations including Washington, D.C., Richmond, and Virginia Beach. Whether you’re traveling to visit friends, heading back to campus, or catching a flight, Virginia Breeze makes it easy to travel between cities without driving.

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Hard to find transportation in your area?

Share your experience and transportation needs with us through this online survey. We are gathering data to better understand the transportation needs in Albemarle, Greene, Louisa, Nelson, Fluvanna, and the City of Charlottesville. Your comments will help us choose where to work with partners to increase and improve transportation.

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Partner with PATH

Interested in partnering with us? Looking to bring more transportation services to your area or for your clients? Curious about this program? Eager to contribute and support rides for underserved populations? PATH is here to make a difference in your community. Agencies and volunteer groups can get support from the PATH program to provide transportation in their area. Some of the free resources available include:
  • - Vehicles and operating funds
  • - Staffing and infrastructure
  • - Pilot programs
  • - Data collection and surveys
  • - Operating costs
  • - Ride scheduling software and services